Chapter, 16, Part 1 Cassie took a deep breath and folded her wings. She hit the ground with an audible crack to her knee. She winced and tried not to vent her feelings in a shout. She stood with a groan and tested out her knee. Probably just bruised on top of bruises. She still … Continue reading Children Of Two Worlds – 16.1
Hey, guys! Read all the way to the end for instructions on helping me name a new character! Also tell me if you'd like me to put together a "Character Files" page so you and I can keep all these cool people straight. 😛 Chapter 15, Part 1 “Focus!” Kyle snapped. Mariah tried, but he … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 15.1+ Name That Character!
Chapter 14, Part 1 “You figure out a message?” Luke asked at dinner that night. “We have a good start,” Cassie replied. “It’s harder than I thought. Almost anything you say comes off really weird and stalkerish.” “You really think there might be other kids out there with powers the same as us?” Caleb asked. … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 14.2
Chapter 14, Part 1 Cassie!” Cassie didn’t answer as she balanced on the edge of the roof, wings spread wide, allowing the wind to tease at the feathers. She was getting more comfortable on the edge but still hadn’t worked up the courage to jump off and trust her golden wings. The door to the … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 14.1
Chapter 13, Part 2 Mariah stared up at the ceiling of her room, trying to stay awake. The lights had been out for over an hour. She’d managed to sweet talk Dr. Sanderson into getting her a watch and she checked its glowing numbers under her blanket. She probably needed to wait another hour. But … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 13.2
Chapter 13, Part 1 Mariah lay down on the floor mat and brushed sweaty hair away from her forehead. “When you’re ready,” Kyle said, the sarcastic undertone that was ever present laced his voice. “Just one minute. That’s all I ask.” Mariah inserted a sob into her voice. She didn’t even need to look at … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 13.1
Chapter 12, Part 2 “What do you think we should do?” Cassie stared at the radio sitting on the table between her and Sam. “I don’t know.” Sam rested his elbows on the table. “This is really weird.” “Tell me something I don’t know,” Cassie grumbled, putting forehead in her hands. “Should we see if … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 12.2
Chapter 12, Part 1 “Steady!” Sgt. Lattimer called. Cassie wobbled and nearly spun 360 as her wings attempted to correct her tilt. They were inside the big training area. Huge fans had been brought in and set along the floor. When turned on, they gave her the appropriate air thrust that mimicked flying. She’d been … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 12.1
Chapter 11, Part 2 Mariah covered her face with her blankets when the lights popped on at 7 am. This is going to get really old. They were too bright to even think about going back to sleep and her breath was already heating up the space under the blanket. She tossed it back with … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 11.2
Chapter 11, Part 1 The click and soft whir of the cell door opening startled Kyle from sleep. He knew it was before 7 am. The overhead lights hadn’t clicked on yet. He lay still, allowing only a snap of electricity to jump between fingers under the blankets. Whoever it was would make their intention … Continue reading Children of Two Worlds – 11.1
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